This chapter explores the significant market volatility affecting major tech companies and the implications of substantial investments in artificial intelligence. The discussion examines the sustainability of these investments, contrasting the pressures on big corporations and struggles of smaller startups, while questioning the current utility of AI technologies. Additionally, it draws parallels between the current state of AI and the dot-com bubble, addressing public perceptions and the long-term prospects of AI innovation.
This week, a federal judge ruled that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly in online search. David McCabe, a New York Times reporter, joins to discuss what happens next. Then, are we in an A.I. bubble? We weigh in on the wild market swings that started the week and consider the argument that A.I. is overhyped. And finally, it’s time for our new segment: We bat around some of the weirdest recent tech drama — including a MrBeast competition that went awry and a founder who dropped a diss track aimed at a rival. All aboard the Hot-Mess Express.
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